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Monday, September 12, 2011

Next Up in VoNBBS: The Raglan Sleeve Coat!

If you started reading my blog back in the day (the 2009 era), you know that the whole purpose of it, originally, was to complete all 14 projects from a 1952 book called Vogue's New Book for Better Sewing. You also know that I shamefully ditched that project (after completely 8 garments) when I got too busy with my own book. Well, it's time to get back in the saddle!

Project #9 will be the Raglan-Sleeve Coat, a roomy swing coat. I started by making a muslin. I thought I would need extra room since my pattern is intended for a 32" to 34" bust. But no! It fits perfectly. It's not really much to see yet, is it?

I've also been gathering my supplies. I'm making it in a pretty blue wool/angora coating from Paron's. It will have a caramel-colored charmeuse lining with big white polka dots. And the icing on the cake? A removable faux fur collar. I can't wait to cozy up in it this fall!

The bound buttonholes are made, and now I'm diving into the rest of the construction. Of course, I will keep you updated as I go along. More to come!

56 comments:

I'm so glad you're returning to the VoNBBS projects (I've missed them; though I completely understand why they got pushed to the side! ;)! Hooray! The coat is beautiful; I've been itching to make a similar style jacket for this winter, but have some other things to make before I dive into coats/jackets (since I already have too many!). The wool you chose is gorgeous, and I can't wait to see the project as it takes shape. :) What sort of buttons have you picked out?

I'm sure your coat will be sublime... but I HATE, yes HATE raglan sleeves! I have a weakness for vintage coats, especially children's coats (with many patterns in my collection), but i steer clear of raglan sleeved coats. Looking forward to seeing your coat though :)

Yeaaa! I originally came across your blog when I did a Google search for sheath dresses and your beautiful red VoNBBS number came up =D Raglan sleeves aren't flattering on me, unfortunately, but I can't wait to see how yours came out, especially with those fabulous fabrics!

Nice! The colors are going to be so beautiful and I love the idea of a faux fur collar. I have some soft fluffy gray fur-like fabric, bought with that idea in mind, but to justify it I'd have to be planning a winter visit to anywhere but here.

I'm making V1137 (the vintage reproduction) which has a similar silhouette to yours but with kimono sleeves instead of raglan. It's cut out but has to wait for me to finish a couple of dresses.

Oooh, I am so excited about seeing this! I just bought the exact same pattern and can't wait to try making one as well, although I find the thought of making a coat a little daunting still.Your fabrics are stunning and I'm looking forward to seeing the finished coat.

I am another person glad to see the VoNBBS projects returning. I totally understand why they went to the side and every post in between, but it's nice to see them back. I do love your fabric selection. I look forward to seeing it come together.

Hooray! I've loved your other projects but I'm SO EXCITED to see more VoNBSS! I'm another raglan-avoider (looks great on other people, not on me) but I love this style of coat and I really love the fabric you chose!

This is going to be utterly stunning! I cannot wait to see how it turns out, I'm so glad you've started up with VoNBBS again, i've missed hearing about those projects. Although of course I know you had good reason to do so, and I cannot wait until your book comes out :)

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This is so very exciting, I can't wait to see your coat take shape. I love your fabric choices too! I hope to be able to make a coat one day but I've just started to learn to make clothes so maybe for next winter!

Ooh, I'm very excited to see this. The colors are wonderful together, and the lining is fantastic. Several years ago, I saw a coat with a fantastic printed lining. I swore then that I'd never use plain lining again! I only recently discovered your blog, so this will be the first time I've gotten a preview then seen the final project. Looking forward to it.

I'm really happy that you're going back to VoNBBS! I've enjoyed everything else you've talked about, but I loved hearing the unfolding story of better sewing! Looking forward to hearing all about the coat and the gown...

How exciting! This line of projects is indeed what got me reading your blog, and I've hung on in hopes you'd stick to your guns (and for all the interesting tidbits in between). Congrats on the book. I assume this return to your lost prodigy means it's finished. Cheers!

I love this project-- I am considering making a new winter coat for myself this winter. I love the fur collar, I am in love with this look for fall. I think I may just copy you! Now to decide on a color for my coat...pick a pattern...etc, etc.

Back in the day, a coat meant much more then than it seems to today. There was an art to putting it on, wearing it, taking it off. Also the sweet mystery of what was under the coat. The anticipation of the reveal. A new dress or an old favorite? So many good memories seeing my parents friends & family walking form the curb to the front door wearing beautiful coats, gloves & hats. Gertie, can't wait to see your creation, it will be one of the best with those wonderful fabrics.

I was just given about 50 + (I lost count) vintage patterns from Vogue to patterns I never heard of before! I can't wait to begin my journey into creating so many fashions! I am almost done your Burda Bombshell dress then I will be hitting the vintage look! Soooo Excited!!

I love that coat! I'm especially drawn to the short yellow version. And, I was just given my grandmothers sewing stash which includes fur collars she would save and re use. Hmmm... Maybe with the popularity of your blog, vogue would think about re-issuing some of the patterns featured in this book.